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This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the U. S. Government's requirements for contractor services to implement and maintain the Air Combat Training Systems (ACTS) Operations and Maintenance (OM) program for the Air National Guard (ANG). The contract will cover a 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods. Performance will occur at multiple ANG locations including Combat Readiness Training Centers (CRTCs), air gunnery ranges, and fighter wing locations, with CRTCs serving as hubs. The contractor will be responsible for supporting ACTS equipment, including airborne and ground systems, communication, network, and integration systems. Key responsibilities include implementing and maintaining systems like P5 Combat Training System (P5CTS), Integrated Communication Systems (ICS), Data Link systems, and Electronic Warfare (EW) threat simulation systems. The PWS details requirements for quality control, access and security procedures (including Common Access Card - CAC issuance and background investigations), antiterrorism training, cybersecurity, information assurance, and protection of personally identifiable information (PII). Specific deliverables include quality control plans, access credential returns, training certificates, OPSEC plans, and various monthly operational and maintenance summaries. The contractor must also manage government-furnished property (GFP) and contractor-furnished property (CFP). The contract includes provisions for organizational conflicts of interest (OCI), contractor travel, and data rights. The PWS also specifies response times for unscheduled maintenance at remote locations. The government is conducting market research to identify qualified sources for this requirement and encourages interested parties to submit capability packages addressing their technical understanding, key personnel experience, past performance, and proposed teaming arrangements. The formal solicitation will be released at a future date.
The PWS does not explicitly state a single overall delivery deadline for all services. However, it does mention specific deadlines for deliverables, such as submitting a Quality Control Plan within 30 days of the contract start date, and returning identification media within 14 calendar days of an employee's departure. For unscheduled maintenance at remote spokes requiring air travel, the contractor shall be onsite within 10 business days. The PWS states The pop shall consist of a 12month one year base period and four 12month oneyear option periods.
The PWS does not explicitly detail payment terms. However, it mentions that CAP billing for COR approved purchases will be against the cost reimbursable CLIN for repair parts and replacement of GFP. The contractor shall report a summary of all expenditures and travel for the month monthly.
The PWS requires the contractor to provide qualified personnel in sufficient numbers, equipment, materials, transportation, and quality control to maintain and sustain the Air Combat Training Systems (ACTS) and associated equipment to meet ANG requirements and capabilities. Contractor employees performing services involving IA/IT functions shall comply with DOD and Air Force training requirements and be appropriately certified upon contract award. For contracts requiring handling or access to classified information, contractor personnel must meet specific security clearance requirements.
The PWS mentions that failure to comply with certain requirements, such as returning identification media or CACs, may result in withholding of final payment or delay or withholding of final payment. Removal of contractor employees for misconduct, security reasons, or communicable disease does not relieve the contractor from responsibility for total performance.
